Govt mulls over generic drugs to rein in costs, end monopoly


KUALA LUMPUR: Noting the uncontrollable rise in the cost of medicine, the monopoly of some drug companies will be cancelled and the use of generic medication will be considered to control the said costs, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

The Prime Minister said drug purchases over the years have resulted in a monopoly and because of this, the government will be cancelling the commitment of one or two companies.

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